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Most Frequently Asked
Questions
Q- How many games/seasons do we play each year?
A-In the Houston Metro Area, we'll play two 15 game seasons,
followed a double elimination post season tournament. (Min. 17
games per season). In North Houston, we'll play two 12 game
seasons, followed by a double elimination tournament. (Min. 14 games per
season) The 1st half goes from March to June, and the 2nd half from July
to October. For upcoming league
information, please visit our Season Information
page.
Q- Where do we play our games?
A- We play all over Houston, Harris county, and surrounding
areas. Field availability varies throughout the calendar year, but we
have access to more than 20 of the finest City, County, High School,
Private, and College ballparks available to adults in our area. A
complete list of ballparks, and area map, are located on our
Ballparks page. Directions are found by
clicking on the location name on the actual schedule itself.
Q- What days/times are games played?
A- We have games playing 7 days a week, including lighted night
games. Weeknight games normally start at
7:30pm. Saturday games are 10am, 1pm, 4pm, or 7pm.
Sunday games are 1pm, 4pm, or 7pm. We do not play Sunday mornings.
(Weekend game times adjusted during Daylight Savings)
Q- How long are the games?
A- All games are 2:30 (finish the inning), or 9 innings.
(Certain rules apply for games called off due to rain after the game has
started).
Q- What about tournaments...can I participate?
A- The Houston Hardball League is affiliated with
the Men's Senior Baseball League
national organization. All registered, participating HHL
members will have the opportunity to compete in regional and national
tournaments. Regional Tournaments are held in major US cities in
many states, including Texas. They are hosted by a variety of local
leagues all over the country. The "Texas Cup" is the largest
regional tournament held in our area. National Tournaments
are held in Arizona, Florida, Las Vegas, Palm Springs, and Puerto Rico.
Please visit the Tournaments page for a
current schedule available for HHL Members.
Q- Does the league provide playing
equipment?
A- HHL will provide game balls, but it is up to
each player to purchase his own equipment, including gloves, batting
helmet, bats, uniforms, and catching equipment.
Q-How much does it cost to participate?
A- League fees will vary from team to team depending on roster
size, length of seasons, uniform costs, team supplies and team
expenses. Please go to the Season
Information page for more details on each individual playing season.
Q- How do I get on a team?
A- Go to the Season Information page or
register as a
Free Agent.
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